Physical Security (PhySec) Specialist

Armada LTD
Washington, United States of America
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Washington, United States of America

Tech stack

Intrusion Detection Systems
Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

The Physical Security Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs). This role ensures compliance with federal security standards and supports accreditation, inspections, and ongoing physical security operations to protect classified information and facilities., * The Physical Security Specialist will design, implement, and maintain physical security measures for SCIFs.

  • Ensure and certify compliance with federal standards (e.g., ICD 705) for physical security, access control, and intrusion detection systems.
  • The Physical Security Specialist will conduct routine inspections, assessments, and audits to verify SCIF integrity and compliance.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to identify security vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions.
  • The Physical Security Specialist will provide training and guidance on SCIF protocols and physical security procedures.
  • Maintain accreditation documentation, inspection records, and compliance reports.
  • The Physical Security Specialist will support SCIF accreditation, re-accreditation, and change management activities.
  • Respond to physical security incidents and support investigations as required
  • Other duties as assigned .

Requirements

  • Familiarity with access control systems, IDS, CCTV, and facility security procedures.
  • Knowledge of ICD 705 and federal physical security standards for SCIF design, construction, and accreditation.
  • Knowledge of SCIF accreditation and re-accreditation processes, including inspections, documentation, and change management.
  • Ability to design, implement, and maintain physical security measures for classified facilities.
  • Skill in conducting SCIF inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.
  • Knowledge of vulnerability assessment methodologies and corrective action planning.

Minimum/General Experience:

  • 3 - 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience supporting SCIF design, accreditation, and maintenance.

Minimum Education:

  • High School Diploma, or equivalent, Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.

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